The Cowboys-Redskins would headline most NFL weeks, but during Week 6 the main attraction is undoubtedly the historic match-up at Mile High.
NFL Week 6 Betting Preview: The Match-ups
NY Giants (+8) at Chicago Bears (-8) (October 10, 8:25 PM)
The playoffs are pretty much a foregone conclusion for Eli Manning and the NY Giants, who are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games when playing on the road against Chicago.
After starting off 3-0, the Bears are favorites to break their two-game losing streak with the reeling Giants. The total has gone OVER in 4 of Chicago’s last 6 games at home vs NY Giants.
Fresh off dealing the Pats their first loss of the season, the Bengals now look to form a winning streak against the EJ Manuel-less Bills. Cincinnati is 10-3-1 ATS in its last 14 games.
With their rookie QB hurt, the Bills will call on unheralded Thad Lewis to continue their success against the Bengals. Buffalo is 5-0 SU in their last 5 home games vs. Cincinnati.
Detroit Lions (-3) at Cleveland Browns (+3) (October 13, 1:00 PM)
Another demoralizing loss to the Packers shouldn’t deter the Lions, who are favorites on the road against the streaking Browns. The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Detroit’s last 5 road games.
Brandon Weeden came to save the day when Brian Hoyer tore his ACL against the Bills. He will look to extend the division leading Browns’ winning run to 4 games against the Lions. Cleveland is 4-2 SU in their last 6 games at home.
Oakland Raiders (+9.5) at Kansas City Chiefs (-9.5) (October 13, 1:00 PM)
Terrelle Pryor’s return sparked the Raiders’ return to winning ways against the Chargers, but can he lead them to victory against the undefeated Chiefs? Oakland is 5-1 SU in their last 6 games vs Kansas City.
After easily covering 3-3.5 point spreads, can the Chiefs repay the oddsmakers’ new-found respect? Kansas City is 4-1 ATS this season.
After another slow start, questions are growing about Cam Newton’s credentials. A good response against the Vikings would be well received. The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Carolina’s last 7 road games against Minnesota.
Christian Ponder’s future is in doubt with Josh Freeman’s arrival, but the embattled quarterback may still save his starting spot with a win vs. the Panthers. Minnesota is 5-2 SU in their last 7 home games vs. Carolina.
Pittsburgh Steelers (+2.5) at NY Jets (-2.5) (October 13, 1:00 PM)
A trip to London couldn’t bring the Steelers their first win. They could yet find it against a growing but still inexperienced Jets quarterback. Pittsburgh is 6-3 SU in their last 9 road games vs. the Jets.
A gutsy road win should give Geno Smith more confidence, which he could build further by defeating the Steelers. The UNDER is 10-3 in Jets’ last 13 games vs. Pittsburgh.
Philadelphia Eagles (-1.5) at Tampa Bay Buccaneers (+1.5) (October 13, 1:00 PM)
The inevitable Michael Vick injury has arrived, and Nick Foles’ number has been called. What answer will he give against the dysfunctional Bucs? Philadelphia is 6-3 SU in their last 9 games vs Tampa Bay.
With Josh Freeman gone, the reins are now firmly in Mike Glennon’s hands. He’ll be gunning for his first win of his career against the run-and-gun Eagles. The UNDER is 8-4 in Tampa Bay’s last 12 games vs. Philadelphia.
Green Bay Packers (-3) at Baltimore Ravens (+3) (October 13, 1:00 PM)
Aaron Rodgers and the Packers can finally go above .500 for the first time this season with a win at the defending champions. Green Bay is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Baltimore.
The Ravens defense will be bent on avoiding Week 1’s humiliation to Peyton Manning with Aaron Rodgers, especially at home where Baltimore is 20-2 SU in their last 22 games.
St. Louis Rams (+7.5) at Houston Texans (-7.5) (October 13, 1:00 PM)
A win against Jacksonville was expected; the struggling Texans at home will still be a tougher test. The UNDER is 4-1 in St. Louis’s last 5 road games.
Despite burning his jersey, Texans fans will still see Matt Schaub on Sunday, where he’s eager to snap the team’s three-game skid with a home win. Houston is 6-2 SU in their last 8 games at home.
The Jaguars will have nothing to lose and everything to gain when they enter as one of the biggest underdogs in history. The OVER is in 5-2 in Jacksonville’s last 7 road games.
Peyton Manning can add to his league-leading 20 touchdowns as the Broncos go for 6-0 vs the Jags. Denver is 9-1 SU in their last 10 games at home.
Ryan Fitzpatrick was decent in a losing effort last week, but he will need to improve a lot more when the Titans face the imposing Seattle defense. Tennessee is 4-1-1 ATS in their last 6 games.
The smarting Seahawks must bounce back quickly from their first defeat; their famous home field advantage is sure to give them a boost. Seattle is 10-2 SU in their last 12 games.
Arizona Cardinals (+11) at San Francisco 49ers (-11) (October 13, 4:25 PM)
The Cardinals can leapfrog their more heralded NFC West The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Arizona’s last 6 games when playing on the road against San Francisco
After allowing over 27 points in each of its first 3 games, the 49ers defense has allowed just 14 points in its last two outings. San Francisco is 5-1 SU in their last 6 home games vs. Arizona.
New Orleans Saints (+1) at New England Patriots (-1) (October 13, 4:25 PM)
The surging Saints are the only undefeated team left in the NFC and were one point away from also being undefeated against the spread. New Orleans is 4-1 ATS this season.
The long anticipated return of Rob Gronkowski will be a major boost to the Patriots and Tom Brady, who had his consecutive passing touchdown streak halted at 52 games. New England is 9-2 SU in their last 11 games at home.
Washington Redskins (+6) at Dallas Cowboys (-6) (October 13, 8:30 PM)
With its own three-game losing streak snapped, the Redskins now look to inflict a three-game skid to its NFC East rival Redskins. Washington is 4-1 SU in their last 5 games on the road.
Despite the costly mistake, Tony Romo’s 506 yard, 5 touchdown was promising. He could enjoy a similar day against the wretched Redskins secondary. Dallas is 6-3 SU in their last 9 games vs. Washington.
Indianapolis Colts (-1.5) at San Diego Chargers (+1.5) (October 14, 8:30 PM)
With impressive wins at San Francisco and vs. Seattle, the Colts have all the momentum in the world coming into Monday Night. Indianapolis is 4-2 SU in its last 6 road games.
Despite the setback at Oakland, Philip Rivers’ resurgence (74% pass completion) has been one of the surprises of the season. San Diego is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games vs. Indianapolis.
